Care Assistant
Winnersh RG41, UK Req #263 17 April 2024
The Abbeyfield Society are a national charity helping to alleviate loneliness and isolation in older people by providing companionship in our supported housing accommodation, retirement apartments and care homes.
This is permanent role, covering either 24 or 36 hours a week and alternate weekends. The hourly rate is £ and shift times are 8am - 8pm.
The Home
Abbeyfield Winnersh is a dementia-friendly residential care home situated in the village of Winnersh, Wokingham. The care home is designed to allow freedom of movement throughout, flowing from one area into another.
The Role of Care Assistant
1. As one of our highly valued Care Assistants, you'll be at the front line of care delivery.
2. You’ll help residents with their individual care needs, such as personal care, medical care and following social interests.
3. You’ll build a special bond with each resident, and give professional and emotional support during difficult times, such as periods of illness.
4. Your days as a Care Assistant will be varied, interesting and rewarding. You’ll assist residents with washing, dressing, eating, drinking and getting around.
5. Importantly, you’ll help make them feel at home. You’ll be respectful of residents’ choices; their dignity and independence.
6. You’ll also be integral to developing residents Care Plans, which includes being aware of any specialist support needs.
Pay & Benefits
At Abbeyfield, we are committed to rewarding our staff for their hard work. Our many benefits include:
7. £ p/h pay, benchmarked annually.
8. Up to 31 days paid leave, including bank/public holidays
9. Comprehensive induction
10. Unlimited opportunities to earn £500 via our 'refer a friend' scheme
11. Life Assurance
12. Pay progression within role based on skills and contribution
13. Learning and career development opportunities
14. Occupational sick pay
15. Company pension
16. Discounted gym membership
17. An employee assistance programme
18. Cycle-to-work scheme
19. Shop and save vouchers
20. Striving for independent accreditation as a menopause friendly organisation
21. Opportunity to obtain Blue Light Card discounts
About You
22. Are you sensitive, empathetic and love to care for others? Do you enjoy building meaningful relationships and making a real difference? If that sounds like you, we think you’ll fit right in at Abbeyfield!
23. Whether you’re new to the world of care or looking to retrain, we’re looking for people to join our growing team of care assistants.
Other details
24. Job Family Care, Activities & Care Compliance
25. Job Function 1. Operations
26. Pay Type Hourly
27. Min Hiring Rate £
28. Max Hiring Rate £
29. Winnersh RG41, UK
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